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Bondi Beach Shooting Prompts Australia's Largest Gun Buyback
Australian PM Anthony Albanese announced a nationwide gun buyback program, the largest since 1996 Port Arthur, following the 2025 Bondi Beach shooting where gunmen killed 15 and planned the attack for months. The surviving gunman faces 59 charges including 15 murders and terrorism. Bureaucratic delays in licensing contributed to the incident.
Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bomb
Lt. Gen. Fanil Sarvarov, head of armed forces operational training, was killed by a car bomb in Moscow; investigators consider Ukraine as possible culprit amid ongoing war. This follows similar assassination of General Igor Kirilov last year. Russia reports constructive talks on US peace plan for Ukraine.
Massive Russian Strikes Cause Power Cuts Across Ukraine
Russian missile strikes in Ukraine's Odesa region killed at least 8, prompting widespread power outages as reported by Zelenskyy. Ukraine retaliated by striking Russian oil terminals, planes, and ships. Tensions escalate with ongoing Russo-Ukraine war.
Three Killed in Taipei Subway Stabbings
A mass stabbing near a Taipei subway station killed three and injured five; the attacker threw smoke bombs and died during police chase. Incident heightens security concerns in Taiwan amid regional tensions.
US Approves Record $11.1 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan
The US approved its largest-ever arms deal with Taiwan, including ballistic missiles, drones, and howitzers, bolstering defenses against China. This comes amid heightened cross-strait tensions.
US Coast Guard Seizes Second Sanctioned Oil Vessel Near Venezuela
US forces intercepted a second sanctioned oil tanker in Caribbean waters, enforcing oil sanctions on Venezuela. Operation intensifies pressure on illicit trade networks.
Cambodia Accuses Thailand of Border Bombing
Cambodia claims Thailand bombed Poipet on their border, denying a US-brokered truce announced by President Trump. Conflict risks escalation in Southeast Asia.
Epstein Files Release Sparks US Bipartisan Outrage
Justice Department's heavily redacted Epstein documents, including removal of Trump-related files, draw criticism for legal violations. Trump comments on Clinton pictures in files.
Singapore Mandates Caning for Scammers
From December 30, scammers face up to 24 mandatory cane strokes under new criminal law changes passed in November. Aims to deter fraud amid rising cases.
Jubilee 2025 Holy Doors Closing in Rome Begins
Rome's Holy Doors close starting December 25 at St. Mary Major, followed by others through January 6 at St. Peter's by Pope Leo XIV, marking Jubilee end. Ceremonies include Masses and rites.
Militants Kill 5 Police in Pakistan Ambush
Suspected militants ambushed a police vehicle in northwest Pakistan, killing five officers before fleeing. Incident underscores ongoing security challenges.
Cyberattack Disrupts France's Postal and Banking Services
A suspected cyberattack halted France’s national postal service and banking during Christmas rush, causing major disruptions.